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A University of Sheffield spinout company has addressed a critical bottleneck in MicroLED manufacturing that could make consumer electronics with the high-end displays, such as smartwatches, laptops and mobile phones, more affordable.

Next wave of display technology set to be unlocked by University of Sheffield spinout

Next-generation screen technology, capable of making smartwatch, PC and other consumer electronics’ displays more affordable and durable, is being pioneered by a University of Sheffield spin-out company.

WorldSkills Industrial Electronics 2026

WorldSkills UK Industrial Electronics National Qualifiers 2026 hosted here in Sheffield

The School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering recently welcomed students from across the country to participate in the WorldSkills UK Industrial Electronics National Qualifers, held here at the University of Sheffield.

Minicam robot

'Fatbergs' are taking over city sewers - scientists are fighting back

A multidisciplinary team from the Schools of EEE and MAC have been working on the development of the next generation of AI and robots for pipe network inspection and maintenance, bringing academia and industry to an international level.

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EYH winning team

Engineering You’re Hired students showcase innovation and creativity at the Engineers and Scientists in Business Final

The entrepreneurial talent and creativity of our students was celebrated at the 2026 Engineers and Scientists in Business Competition Final.
Tiny Tapeout Sheffield

Largest UK Tiny Tapeout workshop at University of Sheffield brings hands-on chip design to 120+ students

The UK Tiny Tapeout workshop saw 120+ students bypass industry barriers to tape out their own microchips using open-source tools.
Semiconductor funding

The National Epitaxy Facility and CHIMES-IKC facility receive new funding in £6.6million investment from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

The investment will be used to upgrade critical national infrastructure and facilities across key strategic areas, including compound semiconductors, photonics, and advanced packaging.
APPG Semiconductors Reception

University of Sheffield researchers engage with UK policymakers at APPG for Semiconductors reception

The event highlighted both the school and the University’s research excellence and reinforced its role in shaping national semiconductor policy and innovation.
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University of Sheffield to lead £12.5m national centre for next-generation semiconductor systems

The University of Sheffield is leading a new £16.7 million national research centre to strengthen the UK’s ability to design the next generation of advanced electronic systems and support the ambitions of the UK Semiconductor Strategy.
Man struggling with a long term health condition

Advanced virtual simulations set to reshape care for patients with multiple long-term conditions

Advanced virtual simulation could revolutionise NHS care for those living with multiple long-term health conditions, thanks to a major new £6.1 million research partnership led by the University of Sheffield.